Spirit and hobby distilling
Copper Stills for Spirit & Hobby Distilling
These hand-hammered copper alembic stills are built for essential oils, hydrosols, and distilled water, uses that need no federal distilling permit. A few states have their own rules on still ownership, and spirit distilling has its own federal permit rules, so start with our legal guide to understand what's allowed and what needs a permit. Same lifetime-guaranteed craftsmanship, same free US shipping, whatever you make with it.
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Three sizes, one craft
Choose your size
The same hand-hammered copper in three capacities. Read the legal guide first, then pick the size that fits your space.
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Compact
5 Litre 5 L · 1.3 gal
The compact size for small test batches and limited space.
- Plant material per run
- 1–2 kg
- Run time
- 1–2 hrs
- Size
- 21 in tall · 10 lb
$399.95
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Most chosenMost buyers pick this
5 Gallon 19 L · 5 gal
The all-round size, still at home on a countertop.
- Plant material per run
- 3–5 kg
- Run time
- 2–3 hrs
- Size
- 25.6 in tall · 21.9 lb
$499.95
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Larger runs
10 Gallon 38 L · 10 gal
For larger runs with dedicated space and a strong burner.
- Plant material per run
- 6+ kg
- Run time
- 3–4 hrs
- Size
- 45 lb · dedicated space
$1,299.95
Regular price $1,399.95Save $100, free US shipping
Prefer to switch sizes on one page? The Copper Alembic Still Kit has all three sizes in a single product.
Side by side
Compare the three sizes
Same 1.1 mm copper, same hands, same kit in the box. Only the capacity changes.
Full size guide| 5 Litre | 5 GallonMost chosen | 10 Gallon | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5 L (1.3 gal) | 19 L (5 gal) | 38 L (10 gal) |
| Plant material per run | 1–2 kg | 3–5 kg | 6+ kg |
| Hydrosol per run | About 1 L | 4–6 L | 8–12 L |
| Distilled water per hour | About 1 L | 3–4 L | 5.5–7.5 L |
| Run time | 1–2 hrs | 2–3 hrs | 3–4 hrs |
| Where it runs | Kitchen countertop | Countertop | Dedicated space |
| Assembled size (H × L × W) | 21 × 26 × 11 in | 25.6 × 29.5 × 12.6 in | On request |
| Weight | 10 lb (4.5 kg) | 21.9 lb (9.9 kg) | 45 lb (20.4 kg) |
| Price | $399.95 | $499.95 | $1,299.95 |
Every size arrives assembled: copper pot, onion head with built-in thermometer, swan neck, and a coil condenser in its own bucket. Gas and electric stoves work as they are; induction needs an adapter disc.
Questions buyers ask
Before you choose
Something else? Email info@copperholic.com or read the full FAQ page.
Can I legally distill spirits at home?
Spirit distilling has its own federal permit rules, and a few states have their own rules on still ownership. Essential oils, hydrosols and distilled water need no federal distilling permit. Start with our legal guide to understand what is allowed and what needs a permit.
Which size should I choose?
The 5 litre is the compact size for small test batches, the 5 gallon is the all-round choice most buyers pick, and the 10 gallon is for larger runs with dedicated space. The size guide compares all three.
What is the still made of?
Hand-hammered 1.1 mm copper with lead-free joins, a swan-neck helm, a condenser coil and a built-in thermometer.
Does it arrive assembled?
Yes. Every size ships as a complete kit with nothing to solder or build, with free US shipping and a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee.
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